Former President Barack Obama commended President Biden "a patriot of the highest order" in a statement on his decision to withdraw from the 2024 race for the White House but did not follow in Mr. Biden's footsteps and endorse Vice President Kamala Harris for the nomination. 
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"Joe Biden has been one of America's most consequential presidents, as well as a dear friend and partner to me," the statement released Sunday said, adding that Mr. Biden "pointed us away from the four years of chaos, falsehood, and division that had characterized Donald Trump's administration."  

 Obama, who has been a close friend and partner to Biden for many years, considers him one of the most consequential presidents in American history. This endorsement from Obama holds great significance, as he has a deep understanding of the challenges and responsibilities that come with the presidency Obama, who has been a close friend and partner to Biden for many years, considers him one of the most consequential presidents in American history 

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